Atty. William T. McAdams
William T. McAdams, better known as Bill, is a former prosecutor who now manages a successful criminal defense practice.
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William T. McAdams is a Managing Partner based in Greeley, Colorado, practicing at McAdams Law Office, LLC. They have 26+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2000. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, criminal defense, dv defense, and traffic. Admitted to practice in Colorado (2000). Educated at Drake University Law School (J.D., 1997) and Baylor University (B.A. Political, 1994). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serands clients in Greeley, CO and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- William T. McAdams, better known as Bill, is a former prosecutor who now manages a successful criminal defense practice
- He formed the McAdams Law Office in 2006 and has represented clients in a variety of court matters including DUI, DWAI, assault, domestic violence, theft, burglary, juvenile matters, minor in possession (MIP), sexual assault, forgery, fraud, drugs, alcohol, animal matters, driving under suspension (DUS), driving under revocation (DUR), speeding, reckless driving and careless driving
- Bill also has significant experience in handling DMV hearings for DUI suspensions, point suspensions and red licenses which permit limited driving privileges
- Bill also serves as Alternate Defense Counsel in certain courts in Weld County where he is occasionally appointed to represent clients with whom the Public Defender has a conflict
- He is also qualified to serve as a Guardian Ad Litem (Children's Counsel) for juvenile delinquency actions
- He is a member of the Colorado Criminal Defense Bar (CCDB) and regularly participates in continuing legal education regarding DUI and criminal law
- He predominantly handles matters in Weld and Larimer counties and the cities of Greeley, Evans, Windsor, Loveland and Fort Collins
- Prior to beginning the McAdams Law Office, Bill served as a Deputy District Attorney for the 19th Judicial District of Colorado (Weld County) from early 2004 to mid 2006
- While at the District Attorney's Office, he handled felony and misdemeanor matters
- This included DUI, domestic violence and traffic matters
- He participated in approximately 40 jury trials while in this office, numerous court trials and hundreds of motions hearings
- Prior to being a Deputy District Attorney, Bill practiced in the Denver area
- Initially, he was an associate at the law firm of Ledbetter and Associates and then was a sole practitioner
- During this time, Bill handled a variety of matters including criminal defense, DUI, family law, civil litigation, probate and wills
- Bill is a native of Colorado and grew up in Denver and Boulder
- He attended college at Baylor University in Waco, Texas where he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree with a double major in Political Science and History in 1994
- He then attended Drake University in Des Moines, Iowa where he earned a Juris Doctorate law degree in 1999
- He is an active member of his community where he serves in numerous volunteer positions in his church and on his homeowner's association board of directors
- His hobbies include softball, volleyball and travel
- Professional Associations and Memberships - Colorado Criminal Defense Bar (CCDB), Member Past Employment Positions - 19th Judicial District of Colorado (Weld County), Deputy District Attorney, 2004 - 2006 - Ledbetter and Associates, Associate
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Practicing law in Colorado. Legal matters in Colorado are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Greeley are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Colorado state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Colorado brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Colorado courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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